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Nadra will use facial scan as ID biometrics
The federal government has expanded the definition of biometrics to legally recognise facial and iris scans as valid identifiers besides fingerprints, a report said, quoting the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra).
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January 09, 2026
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Sabalenka impresses again, Rybakina and Pegula win; Bergs upsets Mensik as Belgium reach United Cup semis
World number one Aryna Sabalenka said she still had room for improvement after a second dominant win in the Brisbane International on Thursday.
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January 09, 2026
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Global leaders, investors to lead Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival
SHARJAH The two-day festival will bring together entrepreneurs, professionals, investors and emerging talent for discussions focused on building, scaling and sustaining businesses
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January 09, 2026
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UAE-EU trade talks reshape consumer strategy
The accelerating pace of UAE-EU free trade negotiations is reshaping commercial strategy for consumer goods businesses in the UAE and the greater Gulf region, with Ambiente 2026 emerging as a critical platform where policy meets practice in the sector's largest European marketplace.
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January 09, 2026
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Khalifa Fund backs 16 Emirati projects
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) announced its support for the participation of 16 Emirati-led projects in 'The Rage' Festival 2026, in line with its strategy to empower national entrepreneurship, expand the growth opportunities of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), foster innovation, and equip Emirati brands with vital tools required to enhance their competitiveness and increase their contribution to the development of Abu Dhabi's economy.
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January 09, 2026
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China's foreign exchange reserves hit $3.3579 trillion in December '25
China's foreign exchange reserves totaled $3.3579 trillion at the end of December 2025, marking an increase of $11.5 billion, or 0.34 per cent, from the end of November, official data showed on Wednesday.
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January 09, 2026
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Kerala among world's top 26 travel destinations for '26
Kerala's longstanding reputation as one of India’s most evocative destinations has received a fresh global endorsement, with the London-based travel publisher The Rough Guide ranking the state among the world’s top 26 places to visit in 2026.
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January 09, 2026
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AAA Marine teams up with Ferretti Group
AAA Marine, formed through a strategic merger between Al Otaiba Investment and RIC Holding, has been announced as the authorised dealer of Ferretti Group (Ferretti Yachts, Riva, Pershing, and Itama) in the UAE and Oman.
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January 09, 2026
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ICE fatal shooting of woman leaves Minneapolis on edge
Minneapolis was on edge on Thursday, a day after a US immigration agent fatally shot a 37-year-old mother of three in an incident that drew immediate condemnation from city and state officials who blamed President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement surge for sowing chaos in the city's streets.
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January 09, 2026
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Pakistan, Saudi in talks on JF-17 jets-for-loans deal, say sources
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are in talks to convert about $2 billion of Saudi loans into a JF-17 fighter jet deal, two Pakistani sources said, deepening military cooperation months after the two nations signed a mutual defence pact last year.
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January 09, 2026
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American Malinin redefines limits ahead of Milano Cortina Olympics
American Ilia Malinin is barely 21, but he has redefined the boundaries of men's figure skating, and when he steps onto the ice at the Milano Cortina Olympics, he will not be measuring himself against the field - because he is in a class of his own.
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January 09, 2026
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Dubai firm Startrader inks partnership with NBA
Dubai-based global firm, Startrader, has sign a partnership agreement with National Basketball Association (NBA) in Dubai as and becomes the league’s official partner, which marks a significant milestone in the company’s continued growth and expansion.
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January 09, 2026
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‘Dire' financial crisis forces UNRWA to fire 571 Gazan staff
The UN's beleaguered agency for Palestinian refugees said that a “dire” financial crisis had this week forced it to fire hundreds of Gazan staff who had left the territory.
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January 09, 2026
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Words that should be 'out' in 2025
There's some good news and some bad news.
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January 09, 2026
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Sheikh Mohammed witnesses Gamilati Cup race, Al Bastaki wins
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, witnessed the “Gamilati Cup” endurance race competitions on the third day of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Endurance Festival in Dubai International Endurance City.
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January 09, 2026
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E-registration mandatory in National Service system
The National Service and Reserve Authority (NSRA) affirmed that electronic registration in the approved system for the National Service is mandatory for anyone who receives a text message from the National Service Programme, regardless of their personal status.
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January 09, 2026
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Ajman and Nepal discuss ways to strengthen economic cooperation
Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry has discussed strengthening economic cooperation and developing direct investments with Nepal.
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January 09, 2026
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Court obligates man to pay Dhs730,000 to another
The Dubai Civil Court obligated an East European man to pay $200,000 or approximately Dhs730,000 to another of the same nationality after borrowing the same amount and refusing to pay back although there was a condition that the full amount be paid back within an agreed period of time.
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January 09, 2026
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Court moved against land allotted to CPI-M's centre
A former Kerala University employee has petitioned the High Court against the assignment of public land to the AKG Centre for Research and Studies of the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M).
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January 09, 2026
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Vinicius will bounce back from blank spell, says Bellingham
Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham backed teammate Vinicius Junior on Wednesday to overcome his goal drought ahead of the Spanish Super Cup semifinal clash against Atletico Madrid.
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January 09, 2026
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Trump’s first-year economy and rising public anxiety
As we kick off a new year, it’s a good time to assess President Donald Trump’s performance on the economy.
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January 09, 2026
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Gaw Capital, GFH launch UAE logistics JV
DUBAI: Gaw Capital Partners, a multi-asset investment management firm, and GFH Partners, a leading Dubai-based real estate investment firm specialising in thematic property solutions, announce to establish a UAE-focused industrial and logistics platform (the \"Platform\") through a joint venture partnership.
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January 09, 2026
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Fighting continues for 3rd day as thousands more flee Kurdish areas
The Syrian army launched new strikes in parts of Aleppo on Thursday after ordering residents to evacuate, accusing the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) of using Kurdish-majority areas to launch attacks as clashes entered a third day.
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January 09, 2026
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ADFD launches 'Abu Dhabi Global Water Platform' with value of $2b
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) announced the launch of the \"Abu Dhabi Global Water Platform\", a strategic initiative designed to accelerate impactful development projects, unlock new investment opportunities, and support innovative solutions that advance the global water sector.
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January 09, 2026
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Russian strikes plunge Ukraine's 2 regions into blackout
Ukrainian officials were racing to restore power on Thursday after Russian drone attacks plunged two southeastern regions into near-total blackout overnight, strikes that President Volodymyr Zelensky said were aimed at \"breaking\" his country.
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January 09, 2026
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SPL concludes year-long centennial celebrations
After a year of activities marking its centennial, Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL) concluded its 100th-anniversary celebrations with a theatrical performance in the Heart of Sharjah and a series of creative workshops at Kshisha Park in Al Rahmaniyah.
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January 09, 2026
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Expired medicines unsafe for consumption: DoH
The Department of Health (DoH) in Abu Dhabi affirmed that storing unused or expired medications at home is dangerous, as they may lose their effectiveness and not be safe for use, especially since their keeping at home may increase the likelihood of misuse or accidental poisoning if consumed by children or adults.
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January 09, 2026
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Sultan Bin Ahmed attends graduation of UoS students
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah (UoS), attended the graduation ceremony of postgraduate students from the Fall 2025 cohort, held at University City Hall.
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January 09, 2026
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Former England great Keegan diagnosed with cancer
Former England and Newcastle manager Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer, according to a statement from his family released on Wednesday.
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January 09, 2026
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Soprano Lisette Oropesa shines in Met Opera's 'I Puritani'
Lisette Oropesa impresses Peter Gelb as more than a singer.
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